Operador de Sala de Control

Job Description

DEPCOM is looking for a Control Room Operator to play a key role in the real‑time operation of our renewable energy fleet. In this role, you will monitor plant performance, identify and respond to system alarms or abnormal conditions, and help ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations across our solar and energy storage assets.

You will work closely with internal maintenance teams and external grid partners-including balancing authorities, transmission providers, and scheduling entities-to keep production and revenue on track while meeting all regulatory and contractual requirements. This role offers meaningful responsibility, exposure to complex technical systems, and the opportunity to grow within a fast‑moving renewable energy environment.

This position is based in Scottsdale, AZ and is not eligible for VISA sponsorship.

Our Team

The DEPCOM Power Operations & Maintenance (O&M) group is a highly skilled, collaborative team dedicated to the safe and efficient operation of utility‑scale renewable energy facilities. The team operates with a safety‑first mindset and works across disciplines to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges at solar and energy storage sites. Their work directly supports DEPCOM Power's mission to deliver reliable, high‑performing renewable energy solutions.

What You Will Do

• Monitor and operate photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage systems across the United States from our Operations Center in Scottsdale, AZ.
• Evaluate real‑time system performance data and identify irregularities, equipment issues, or performance trends.
• Initiate and follow established response plans for alarm conditions, escalating issues as needed to protect safety, reliability, and production.
• Maintain accurate and detailed operations logs and documentation to support reporting, shift turnover, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to understand equipment status, ongoing work, and operational impacts.
• Respond to operating instructions from utilities, balancing authorities, and other grid administrators.
• Operate plant equipment in accordance with established procedures or at the request of maintenance personnel.
• Support safe and efficient operation of power generating facilities by adhering to operational, safety, and compliance requirements.
• Upon hire, complete a comprehensive 60‑day training program on day shift designed to build the technical, procedural, and decision‑making skills needed for success as an operator.
• Following initial training, complete a period of on‑the‑job training to prepare for independent work on the night shift.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience analyzing data or information to identify issues, trends, or solutions.
• Experience working with computer‑based systems and multiple software tools.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience learning and applying procedures in an operational environment.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Previous experience operating electrical power plants or working in a control room, operations, or industrial environment.
• Experience in power plant operations, particularly within renewable energy or battery energy storage systems (BESS).
• Experience clearly documenting events and communicating effectively with team members in a control room or operations setting.
• Experience with outage reporting rules, operational compliance, or grid coordination.
• Technical education, military experience, or hands‑on exposure to electrical, mechanical, or STEM‑related systems.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).